Expert Answers about Safety Supplies

• How Does Valterra HydroFlush RV Black Tank Flush Work?
• The Valterra HydroFlush RV Black Tank Flush System # VAL42RB includes a Vacuum Breaker which is a safety device that will prevent sewer hose water from entering the fresh water supply line. The vacuum breaker should be threaded onto the fresh water supply fitting. The female end of the designated flushing supply hose should be connected to the vacuum breaker, and the other male end should be attached to the bracketed hose connection
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• Why Doesnt Rearview Safety Wifi Backup Cam App Have Reference Lines
• I spoke with my contact at Rear View Safety and they recommended you try using the app "SafetyEye" in the appstore of your iPhone and it will have gridlines.
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• Installing Safety Chains to Andersen Ranch Adapter
• The Safety Chains for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter, part # AM3109 are extremely easy to install. The bracket would simply clamp around the outer sleeve of the unit, using the supplied grade 8 bolts. No torque rating is specified, but the folks at Andersen I spoke with said that 100 foot pounds would be fine.
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• What Quick Links Are Supplied with Curt Single Hook Coiled Safety Cables # C80136
• The quick link included with Curt Single Hook Coiled Safety Cables # C80136 is their part # C81840. This it rated for 3500-lbs. This item is sold individually so you'll need to order two for a set of safety cables. Curt also offer a higher-rated item, part # C81830, rated for 7600-lbs. We also offer links like # C82932 from Curt.
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• Recommended RV Propane Emergency Shut-Off Safety Valve for Campervan
• Yes, we two options, the GasStop RV Propane Emergency Shut-Off Safety Valve with a POL Connection, # GS84FR and the GasStop Propane Emergency Shut-Off Safety Valve with ACME Connection, # GS24FR. Which item you need is dependent on the connection you have to propane tank. This propane shut-off valve automatically turns off the gas supply if a major leak or regulator failure is detected. Please note the product review video linked below.
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• Quick Link Recommendations for a Roadmaster Base Plate Kit Short Safety Cables
• The base plate kit part # 161-1 that you referenced does only include 2 of the short safety cables and two of the quick links. The other two you saw most likely came with a set of long safety cables that are sold separately. To order additional ones you would want part # RM-910022 that is sold individually.
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• What Type of Tires Are Supplied on the Trailer Valet Swivel Jack, Part # STC-V211
• I spoke to my contact at Trailer Valet to get specifics on the tires supplied with Trailer Valet Swivel Jack and Trailer Mover, part # STC-V211. The dual tires measure approximately 9 inches by 2-1/2 inches (this will vary slightly depending on tire pressure). The tires are tubed and are usually shipped with about 50 psi pressure. The typical working pressure range for these is 50 to 60 psi. I have included a brief video that demonstrates some of the safety and convenience features of...
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• Are The Support Brackets For RV Bumper Included With The 24x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier # e99049?
• Yes, the Mount-n-Lock SafetyStruts Universal RV Bumper Support Brackets # MO34VR are included with the 24x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier for RV Bumper # e99049. The supports are not included in the instructions assembly drawing as it not always able to be used with every bumper and is a separate component. The instructions for both of these are included at the bottom of the page.
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• Attaching Roadmaster Safety Chains to 2016 Chevy Sonic
• I strongly recommend following the directions to install the safety cables. Roadmaster states safety cables # RM-643 must connect the towing vehicle to the towed vehicle (your 2016 Chevy Sonic) with the RV being the anchor. I have added a photo from the directions showing how the cables should be set up for you to take a look at.
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• Can the Sterling Tow Bar Safety Cables be Used with Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plates
• There is a way to use the safety cables that come with the Sterling tow bar # RM-576 with Roadmaster EZ5 base plates such as # RM-524431-5 for the 2017 Ford F-150. The Sterling cable anchors must be attached to the frame of the towed vehicle or welded to the receiver portion of the base plate brackets. A professional welder could perform this task for a nominal fee. The other option is to not use the included cables and instead use separate coiled cables such as # RM-653.
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• Is the Camco Olympian Wave 8 Heater Safe to Be Installed on the Wall of an Enclosed Trailer
• Yes, the Camco Olympian Wave 8 Catalytic Safety Heater # CAM57351 would be safe to use mounted high on the wall of your enclosed trailer. The Camco Olympian Wave 8 Catalytic Safety Heater # CAM57351 is a flameless, radiant heater that can be used as a portable heater or wall mounted. To ensure complete combustion, it is important that the trailer has adequate fresh air supply. It is also recommended to have the heater installed by a certified technician if installed inside of your trailer.
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• How Much Ventilation Is Needed for the Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Safety Heater
• In regards to the Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Safety Heater for Small RVs part # CAM57331, it must be used in a ventilated area per the manufacturer to prevent the build-up of gasses. That said, its not possible to give specifics on this as there are simply too many factors. The vast majority of applications won't be air tight so although cracking a window is not a bad idea, it's not necessarily a requirement. This however will vary by use.
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• Thermostatically Controlled RV Heater
• The Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Safety Heater for Small RVs part # CAM57331 does not come with a thermostat. I am not really sure how that would work on a propane heater as such but we do have an electric heater with a built-in thermostat, the Arcon Compact Ceramic Heater with Tip-Over Safety Switch part # AR64409. However, this would not produce nearly as much heat as the Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Safety Heater for Small RVs. Please note the Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Safety...
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• Recommended Truck License Plate Camera and Trailer Rear Camera for 2004 Ford F-350 and Trailer
• For your camera system, I recommend the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System with Trailer Tow Quick Connect Kit - 2 Cameras # RVS-776614-213. this system comes with the license plate camera, the connection cord and the rear camera for your trailer. You will just want to make sure the trailer camera has a power supply from the running light circuit so it has a constant view.
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• Can The Camco Olympian Wave 6 Space Heater Be Used Inside
• The Camco Olympian Wave 6 Catalytic Safety Heater for Mid-Sized RVs # CAM57341 is safe to use inside of a building or RV but we do recommend having your gas tank outside and running the supply line to it.
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• Will Other Curt Gooseneck Balls Work With The Curt Ball And Safety Chain Loop Kit - Item # C60692
• I contacted the manufacturer and the The Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit, Item # C60692, only works with the pop-in ball that comes with the kit. This gooseneck ball is easy to insert and remove because of the ball bearing system that holds the ball in place inside the receiver. An integrated lever releases the ball for easy removal. I have attached some videos that give more details for you to check out.
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• Why Are Auto Resetting Circuit Breakers Included with the Universal Installation Kit Part # ETBC7
• It it becoming increasingly popular to use an auto resetting circuit breaker in place of a fuse nowadays. The reason for this is that in the event of a short, the breaker will trip and stop the supply of power. When the circuit is fixed the breaker will reset and you will not need to replace it as opposed to a fuse which would need to be replaced once blown. This is the reason that our Universal Installation Kit part # ETBC7 comes with auto resetting circuit breakers though you could certainly...
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• How to Permanently Install the Camco Olympian Wave 3 Heater Part # CAM57331
• If you will be permanently installing the Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Safety Heater part # CAM57331 then you would need to run a hose from the heater to the propane manifold. I cannot recommend you tap or splice into an existing line. The fitting on the end of the heater is a 3/8" male flare. You would then need a hose with a female 3/8" flare and then whatever is on your propane manifold. Since you will need to possibly alter or connect to the propane manifold on your trailer I highly...
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• Needing a Heavy Duty 12v Power Outlet
• The best option would be to use the Roadmaster 12-volt Outlet Kit, # RM-9332. This kit is was designed to be used as a way to connect the 12-volt connection on supplemental braking systems used when flat towing a vehicle behind a motor coach. What I like about this kit is it has a 20 amp fuse wire inline of the outlet. The outlet has a two wire application, one to ground and the other, with the inline fuse, to 12-volt power. Power supply to the trailer can be run through the 12-volt...
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• Does Stromberg Carlson Bike Rack Adapter Kit CC-125 Include Mounting Hardware & Bike Straps
• Mounting hardware comes with the Bike Rack Adapter for Stromberg Carlson Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier, item # CC-125, so you do not have to supply it on your own. It also includes two adjustable nylon straps to secure your bikes. This unique item offers a cost-effective conversion of a hitch-mount cargo carrier like # CC-100 into a platform-style bike rack and still allows you to retain use of the cargo carrier when needed simply by undoing a few bits of hardware. If you'd like to add...
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